Baltimore Hebrew Institute

The Baltimore Hebrew Institute (formerly Baltimore Hebrew University) at Towson University is committed to supporting the education of Jewish studies scholars, educators and communal professionals who excel in their chosen fields.

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We offer generous scholarships and work with each student to custom tailor a program that meets their goals. In addition, Baltimore Hebrew Institute (BHI) offers engaging non-degree courses and lectures that provide opportunities for adults to deepen their understanding of Jewish and Israeli culture, history, education and community.

Three Main Focus Areas of BHI

The Baltimore Hebrew Institute has three main areas of focus:

ADVANCED DEGREES

We provide outstanding opportunities in advanced studies and degrees in Leadership in Jewish Education and Communal Service and Jewish Studies in a vibrant, cohesive community.

COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT

At BHI we provide community enrichment in ways that engage and welcome all who are interested.

CONTINUING EDUCATION

BHI also engages adult learners with an array of continuing education course offerings, special programs and community lectures in Judaic studies.

At TU, I am surrounded by fellow students and professors who have a passion for Jewish education. ”

Jennifer Platt, 2019 Friedman Fellowship Winner

THE GOLDEN I.D PROGRAM

Discounted Tuition and More

If you are 60 years of age, you can get a discounted tuition rate for up to three undergraduate courses. Other benefits include:

Discounted parking fee
Free access to campus athletic events
Discounts to campus cultural events

Find out more about the Golden I.D. Tuition Waiver Program (PDF).

Learn About Judaic Books and Artifacts

We are honored and proud to sustain and expand the largest collection of Judaic books and artifacts from the Mid-Atlantic through the Southeastern United States, housed at Towson University’s Albert S. Cook Library.

Hana Bor

Program Director, Leadership in Jewish Education and Communal Service graduate programs

Dr. Hana Bor is the Peggy Meyerhoff Pearlstone Professor, Program Director for Leadership in Jewish Education & Communal Service graduate programs, and is responsible for the creation of the 5-year BA/MA degree program in Family Studies and Leadership in Jewish Education and Communal Service.

410-704-5026 hbor@towson.edu

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